Meaning Of The Word Slippery slope

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What's The Definition Of Slippery slope?

slippery slope
phrase: If someone is on a slippery slope, they are involved in a course of action that is difficult to stop and that will eventually lead to failure or trouble.

slippery slope in American English
a course or situation regarded as easily or inevitably leading to further decline or deterioration
noun: a dangerous and irreversible course

slippery slope in British English
a course of action that will lead to disaster or failure

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